Companion-tool information for bringing LandingCrush homepage feedback into your browser or WordPress workflow when distribution is available.
The Chrome extension is a companion project for showing LandingCrush information in the browser. Public store distribution is not available yet; refer to this page for current status.
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Crush rate when a listing is live
Illustrative popup. Public Chrome Store distribution is not available yet.
Check distribution status
The Chrome Web Store listing is in preparation. This page will be updated when a public installation link is available.
Click Add to Chrome
Chrome will ask to confirm the permissions. The extension only requests access to landingcrush.com, covercrushing.com, and the active tab URL — nothing else.
Pin the extension
Click the puzzle-piece icon in your Chrome toolbar, find Crush Rater, and click the pin icon so the badge is always visible.
Browse any SaaS homepage
When you visit a page that is tracked on LandingCrush, the toolbar badge lights up with the crush rate. Click it to see the full breakdown and vote.
Get your API key (optional)
For voting and personalised scores, go to your Profile → Developer section and copy your API key. Paste it in the extension Settings tab. Sign in to LandingCrush first — no extra password is required beyond your existing account.
WordPress plugin screenshot
Available after store listing goes live
The WordPress plugin is a companion project intended to display LandingCrush homepage information where a verified score is available. Public directory distribution is not available yet.
Already using the embed badge?
You do not need the WordPress plugin. Use the native Embed Widget in your Creator Dashboard for a one-click badge instead.
Check distribution status
The WordPress.org listing is in preparation. This page will be updated when a public installation link is available.
Configure your API key
Go to Settings → Crush Rater. Enter your API key from your LandingCrush Profile → Developer section.
Add the shortcode
Paste [crushbadge] into any post, page, or widget. Optional attributes: [crushbadge url="yourdomain.com" theme="dark" size="large"]
Or use the Gutenberg block
In the block editor, search for "Crush Rater Badge" and add it anywhere on your page. Configure the URL and theme in the block settings panel.
Add the sidebar widget
Go to Appearance → Widgets, find the "Crush Rater Badge" widget, and drag it into your sidebar. It will display your live crush rate automatically.
Shortcode Reference
[crushbadge]Auto-detects current page URL[crushbadge url="yourdomain.com"]Specify a URL manually[crushbadge theme="dark"]Dark badge variant[crushbadge size="large" show_votes="true"]Large badge with vote count[crushbadge site="covercrushing"]Pull from CoverCrushing networkCurrent distribution status is shown below. Feature availability may vary until public store listings are published.
In preparation
Chrome distribution
In preparation
WordPress distribution
Not published
Public ratings
See above
Installation guidance
Is the Chrome extension free?
Yes, completely free. Voting requires a LandingCrush account (also free). Pro tier unlocks priority analysis and advanced stats.
Does the extension track my browsing?
No. It only reads the URL of the current tab when you click the extension icon. It never runs in the background on non-LandingCrush sites.
Which browsers are supported?
Chrome and any Chromium-based browser (Edge, Brave, Arc). A Firefox version is planned for a future release.
How do I get my API key?
Sign in to LandingCrush, go to Profile → Developer, and click Generate API Key. Copy it into the extension or plugin settings.
Does the WordPress plugin slow my site?
No. Scores are cached locally via WP-Cron and served from your own database. The external API is only called once every 6 hours per URL.
Can I use both tools on the same site?
Yes. Many creators use the Chrome extension for personal browsing and the WordPress plugin to display their badge publicly on their own site.
Do I need the WordPress plugin if I already have an embed badge?
No. If you already use the Embed Widget in your Creator Dashboard, you do not also need the WordPress plugin. The plugin is for self-hosted WordPress sites that want a shortcode badge.
Do I need a separate password for the extension?
No. Sign in to LandingCrush as usual, then go to Profile → Developer to generate your API key. Paste that key into the extension or plugin settings.